Overview
The students will compile and enter different sets of data on a
spreadsheet to be used in constructing scatter plots. The data will
be collected by completing different stations set up in the
classroom. A word processing document that describes the different
correlations found will also be created.
Concepts
- Students collect, organize, describe, and analyze data.
- Students enter data on ClarisWorks spreadsheet.
- Students use the spreadsheet to display their results as a
scatter plot.
- Students use ClarisWorks word processing to describe the
results of the data.
Indicators
- Students collect and enter data.
- Students display data in a graphical form.
- Students analyze data and communicate results in a written
document.
Precomputer
- Teacher sets up the stations in the classroom prior to the
beginning of class.
- Have students make predictions about the different possible
types of correlations.
- Students rotate in groups around the classroom, perform the
necessary measurements, and record all data onto the data
sheets.
On the computer
- Transport all data to a ClarisWorks spreadsheet. (I split the
class into groups, and each group completed one graph.) Once the
data is recorded, follow directions for Making a Graph from a
Spreadsheet. Students should create a scatter plot with the
information from the stations.
- Open a ClarisWorks word processing document. Students should
type an explanation that includes the results of their graph and
discusses the type of correlation of the graph. As supporting
information students were to transport their graph into their word
processing document where appropriate.
Postcomputer
• Students construct the best fitting line on the scatter plot
and record the equation.
- Post the graphs in the classroom or hallway. Have a class
discussion on the different results.
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